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ALTERNATIVE ROMEO & JULIET PUZZLE COMPETITORS & PEN PALS PAGE 6 PAGE 10 PAGE 9 Pacific Grove’s Times Fevruary 15-21-, 2019 Your Community NEWSpaper Vol. XI, Issue 32 Don Mothershead Named James R. Hughes Citizen of the Year Chamber to Feature Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association President, Jon Coupal, at Annual Membership Luncheon The Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce will honor four and refurnished, Pacific Grove businesses at the Chamber’s Annual Membership the property Luncheon and Citizen of the Year Presentation, sponsored by now has a new Monterey County Bank. and vastly more The Awards of Excellence are given on the basis of quality functional online of service, involvement in the Chamber of Commerce and giving presence, a new back to the community,” said Chamber President Moe Ammar. billing system and Awards to be given include: a remodeled lob- The James R. Hughes Citizen of the Year is Mr. Don Moth- by. The Postolicas ershead, recently retired after 37 years as the City of Pacific Grove also oversaw the Senior Recreation Coordinator. Don ran the city’s recreation pro- addition of three grams, facility rentals for weddings, memorial services, birthdays new rooms to the and other special events; contracts with instructors for recreation property and un- classes; coordinates the city’s large special events schedule; and dertook extensive was involved in supporting the operations at City Hall. Don has upgrades to the been essential to the success of many community endeavors large parking lot, land- and small and over the years his expertise has proved invaluable scaping and sew- to those wishing to use city facilities or streets for their events. er connections. Best Lodging Establishment – Sea Breeze Inn & Cottages, Though first-time Represented by Owners Dan and Neddie Postolica. Since 2016, hotel owners, the Don Mothershead, Neddie and Dan Postolica have exemplified excellence in hotel Postolicas intuitively James R. Hughes Citizen of the Year stewardship for their ownership of the Sea Breeze Inn & Cottages. understand the needs Under their care, the rooms at the Sea Breeze have been repainted See BUSINESSES Page 15

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PACIFIC GROVE’S RAIN GAUGE Week Ending on Thursday, February 14, 2019

Inches as of 9 AM, 2/14/19: 3.0”

Inches previous week: 4.0”

Total for Season (since 7/1/18): 15.35”

Data reported by Bruce Cowan, PG resident

Last year rain to date: 5.05”

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Cedar Street Times was established September 1, 2008 and was adjudicated a legal newspaper for Pacific Grove, Monterey County, California on July 16, 2010. It is published weekly at 306 Grand Ave., Pacific Grove, CA 93950. Press deadline is Wednesday, noon. The paper is distributed on Friday and is avail- able at various locations throughout the county as well as by e-mail subscription. Editor/Publisher: Marge Ann Jameson Managing Editor Webster Slate Her “editorness” in waiting Vanessa Ramirez Regular Contributors: Gary Baley • Mike Clancy • Sally Baho • Bill Cohen • Scott Dick • Marty Dunn • Diane Guerrero • Neil Jameson • Kyle Krasa • Keith Larson • Dixie Layne • Peter Mounteer • Wanda Sue Parrott • Jean Prock • Vanessa Ramirez • Jane Roland • Patrick Ryan • Katie Shain • Peter Silzer Bob Silverman • Joan Skillman Staff Magician: Dan Bohrman Distribution: Amado Gonzales Cedar Street Irregulars Alex, Bella, Ben, Benjamin, Chianti, Coleman, Corbin, Dezi, Gideon, Griffin, Holden, Jay, Jeremiah, Jesse, Judy, Justice, Megan M, Nate, Reid, Ryan, Theo, Tom, Spencer 831.324.4742 Voice 831.324.4745 Fax [email protected] February 15, 2019 • CEDAR STREET Times • Page 3 Return to Pacific Grove By Vicki Pearse Hatchling Hummingbird Rescued

I recently re-connected with a second cousin, Helen Idore Anschell, who lives After the Storm in Seattle. My family visited her family when I was 6, and she and I had dinner one evening nine years ago when I was 67. In between, since, and otherwise, we were The SPCA for Monterey County Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Center is caring strangers. But we discovered that she had, by great coincidence, lived in Pacific Grove for a tiny baby hummingbird who was a victim of the winter storm. for two years while attending MPC in the 1950s. I asked where she had lived. “I had an attic room in an old house,” she told me. During the powerful storm last night, a tree blew over on Kennedy Road in Salinas. And where was the house? “It was on Ocean View, near Lovers Point. I swam every A local resident had been watching hummingbirds nest in the tree over the last few day in the ocean.” days and knew, sadly, the tiny nest was somewhere in the debris. She carefully sifted Well, the old house is now the elegant Seven Gables Inn. So we conspired excitedly through the branches until she found the tiny, hidden nest. Inside the tiny nest she for her to return to Pacific Grove for a visit and to stay in her old room! found one hatchling and one egg. She waited an hour for the baby’s parents to return, When the day arrived, we were warmly greeted at Seven Gables and shown the and when they didn’t she brought the nestling in his nest to the SPCA Wildlife Center way upstairs. Up many, many stairs. Were there really so many when she was 22 for emergency care. as they seemed now that she’s 84? As lovely as she was to watch, full of delight as she recognized the room’s familiar features and views, we quickly grasped that this The hummingbird nestling is just one day old. Since the nestling is so young, the breathtaking ascent was not one she’d want to make often. With the lofty mission situation is dire. But wildlife rescue staff are doing all the can to care for this tiniest accomplished, the Inn’s staff kindly offered more (literally) down-to-earth accom- of emergency patients. modations, which were happily accepted! The inside of the tiny hummingbird nest is only the diameter of a quarter. The hatchling hummingbird is so small, approximately the size of a coffee bean, that skilled wildlife Middle School Model United Nations rescue team members have to feed him with a syringe with catheter tip. This is an extremely specialized procedure. for Home School Students The unhatched egg is the size of a small, oblong blueberry. The egg will hatch by 10 Wednesdays starting March 6, 12:30-2:30pm tomorrow if it is still viable after the traumatic fall. & MUN Conference Date: Saturday, May 11th, 8:30-3:00pm Model United Nations (MUN) promotes an understanding of geography, social To donate to help wild patient like these, please visit www.SPCAmc.org/donate. studies, and world history in a fun and interactive way, beyond the traditional textbook environment. Through role-playing, students bring current international issues to life The SPCA Wildlife Center is available for emergency wildlife rescues 24 hours a day. To and gain an interest and better understanding of global issues. In addition, MUN helps report injured, sick, or orphaned wildlife in Monterey County, please call 831-264-5427. students improve public speaking, communication, and interpersonal skills; teaches students how to negotiate; emphasizes team-building, networking, and collaboration; and gives students the opportunity to hone their research and writing skills. The MUN classes prepare students for the Lyceum’s 9th Annual Model United Nations conference on May 11, held at the Middlebury Institute of International Studies in Monterey. Ages: 10 - 14 (Middle School Students) THE SENIOR SLEUTHS MYSTERIES Date: Wednesdays, 03/06, 03/13, 03/20, 03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/17, 04/24, 05/01, BOOK TWO 05/08, 2019 Model UN Conference date: May 11, 2019 (8:30am - 3:00pm) Hours: 12:30 - 2:30pm “DEAD IN SEAT 4-A” Instructors: Jacques Belval Location: The Lyceum, 1073 Sixth Street, Monterey Fee: $225 Launch Event

RIVER HOUSE BOOKS, Show your community some love THE CROSSROADS CARMEL this Valentine’s Day SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23rd 1:00 -3:00 PM By Quint Studer, author of Building A Vibrant Community: How Citizen-Powered Change Is Reshaping America MEET THE AUTHOR Most of us love our community and want the best for it. It’s our home. It’s where we live, work, learn, play, and raise our families. And yet, it’s easy to go about our daily FUN GIVEAWAYS lives without ever stopping to think, What can I do to make my community better? I get it. We are all busy. And it’s easy to assume that someone else will do what needs doing. But if there’s one thing I’ve learned from my work with communities LIGHT REFRESHMENTS across the U.S., it’s this: We are all owners. We don’t need an official title. We don’t have to be assigned a task. We don’t have to be wealthy. We all have gifts to share and the ability to make a difference in the lives of others. Like Nick and Nora Charles from “The Thin Man” series, Dick and Dora My dream is that, in honor of Valentine’s Day, every citizen would do just one small Zimmerman from “The Senior Sleuths,” solve crimes, especially murders, thing to make their community better. We all know that random acts of kindness have along with Zero the Bookie and a fascinating cast of other characters. positive ripple effects that reach far and wide, often unexpectedly so. Could you imagine the amazing results if everyone took part in a mass outpouring of love and positivity? The Las Vegas Sheri is not happy to have Dick and Dora back in his town, I’m not talking about big, complicated improvements. If you’re a homeowner, you especially since they arrived on a plane with a dead body. Zero brought know something as simple as a fresh coat of paint can be a “quick fix” that makes a along Cloud, a woman he recently met on an online gambling site. Who kidnaps Dora and Cloud hiding them in The Mob Museum? What about the huge difference in how a room looks (and how you feel living in it). The same is true key? How many more murders would there be? of a community. You might start by taking a slow drive around your city. What do you see that needs to be repaired or replaced? Is there a field that needs to be mowed? Does a city park need some shade trees? Do flowers need to be planted? Is there an empty lot that www.theseniorsleuths.com needs trash hauled away, or a dangerous road in need of a crosswalk? www.levelbestbooks.com Next, consider what resources you have at your disposal. Maybe you, personally, have the skills or the funding to fix something that’s broken. If not, you may know M. Glenda Rosen, Author someone who does. If you need proper permission, try to get it. There are always po- "The Senior Sleuths," and "Dying To Be Beautiful," Mystery Series tential reasons why something “can’t” be done, but it’s often amazing what can happen "Gourmet Gangster," Mysteries and Menus, by The Family, 2019 Holidays when we just ask. Maybe your way of showing your community some love is to serve on the school board, to head up a “housing for the homeless” committee, or to spend a day at your local food pantry or animal shelter. Not only will this single action serve a great prac- tical need (everyone is desperate for volunteers!), it may inspire you to get involved on a deeper level. This is a great opportunity for a group to work together on a project, but you don’t have to join an organized effort. Individual acts of love and kindness are meaningful, Your Letters Are Always too. You can offer to clean up a cluttered yard or place a bench under a tree at the park. Once you start looking, you’ll find lots of simple things you can do to make things better. WELCOME! And we can all express our gratitude for what’s right in our community. We can write a letter to the editor that celebrates the bright spots in our community. (Every Write us at community has them!) We can send a heartfelt thank-you note to the hospital that took care of our loved one. We can thank a maintenance worker for keeping the streets clean. editor@ cedarstreettimes.com Positivity and gratitude are contagious. They make a difference. And it feels good to or practice them. Making the decision to love our community is a powerful first step. It’s a mind by Snail Mail at shift that truly changes the conversation around what’s possible. I’ve seen it over and over: When a community decides “we are worth it” and takes control of their future, 306 Grand Ave., Pacific Grove, CA 93950 huge transformations can follow. Happy Valentine’s Day. Page 4 • CEDAR STREET Times • February 15, 2019 Your Letters Joy Colangelo Opinion From the Trenches Pacific Grove Not Meeting Its Potential Busy Week for Bad News Editor: It was a busy week for bad news for the Pacific Grove City Council. First Pacific Grove has a lot of potential to be a more prosperous community, which the Mid-Year Budget reports shows a fund balance of $10,133,00 with a pro- is why I was saddened last week when the city council eliminate the Director of jected increase to $11,863,000 by the end of the year due to the voter approval Community and Economic Development position. Whether you like the person in of a 2 percnt increase in transient occupancy tax. Good news right? Well, yes that position or not, I think the city needs that position. The city and the Chamber of but with the loss of about 200 of our 250 short term rentals in 2020, that extra Commerce had been trying to encourage economic development for many years, at million is gone as well as the $2 million those 200 units would bring in. I’m not one time even sharing a person with Watsonville to do this job, but for many years great at math but that looks like a 3 million dollar reduction for 2020. But perhaps the efforts weren’t very effective. you are part of the magical thinking group that thinks the hotels and B&B’s will We now have several projects in process which may benefit the city. The new pick up the short term rental tourism dollar by increasing their census. Trouble building on Laurel will have both offices and apartments, and the building approved is, even unicorns know the hotels are full the same months short term rentals for the 500 block of Lighthouse will also be a mixed use property. We have a hotel are bringing in all their money -- there is no room at the inns so picking up the that could be built on Fountain, and proposals for both retail and residential spaces slack becomes losing the slack to other cities from April -late August. elsewhere in the city. Because they are new, many of these restaurant and retail spaces Then Council received the Pavement Management Program Report. The will probably appeal to a different mix of businesses than we have traditionally had; professionalism of the report and the excellent presentation is not in question requiring a different approach to attract them. - job very well done. What you might question is what to do about it. Scored I know some residents don’t want to change our “city of homes”, but I don’t from 0-100, Pacific Grove roads scored 55. Carmel scored 78, Del Rey Oaks believe a few more successful projects will do that. We will always be primarily a 74, Greenfield 66, Marina 63, King City 59, Sand City 59 with Monterey opting bedroom community. We now have several times as many people leaving the city in out of the road survey. Almost 45 percent of PG’s roads are in poor to failed the morning to go to work than we have coming in to work, and that will continue to condition. If we do the minor repairs we do now, the road network that is labeled be the case. We can retain our hometown feeling and be more economically successful fair (30%) to good (25%) will deteriorate to failed in 11.3 years. To continue at the same time. And, knowing that we will have rising pension costs and continued with existing funding towards that deterioration, we will spend $11.4 million in funding needed for capital improvements, our city does need more revenue. ten years – 100 percent failed roads. Well, there goes that $11,000,000 surplus I hope the current council will learn what previous councils also learned; that to we had at the beginning of this column. To maintain the score at 55, we need be an economically viable city you do need economic development. $18.4 million. To improve to 70, $26.6 million and to reach best practices and Rudy Fischer all our roads score “good”, we need $40.6 million. The recommendation was Pacific Grove to pick scenario 3 - $26.6 million for 10 years of road work. You can see your streets score on the city website. Mine is 79 and it has a foot wide sunken width of pavement that runs the entire block with grass growing on each lip almost the length of the block,. Ha! 79! If you think bad news can’t get worse, then you didn’t attend the Planning Commission the next night. There, we received the Housing Element, our mandated five year plan that must be approved by the State. Another excellent staff presentation told us we need 115 new housing units by 2023 with forward progress to that goal year to Sudoku year. In the last few years, we’ve build a couple of dozen homes, all of them For 2-1-19 in the upper income level. But the mandate insists that units be even across all income levels so we have some catching up to do. But we’ve had the same Solution on page 10 housing element goals for a decade and pretty much ignored them, just like ©State Point Media most cities and counties in California. So we could just keep ignoring it like always...... except, no we can’t and here’s where Huntington Beach comes in. The State of California sued Huntington Beach last month for intentionally lagging in providing affordable housing. Huntington Beach sued back but to no avail. Housing is the one arena cities do not exert power over the State and our new Governor means business. He plans on suing each city, if necessary, all 50 of them that have not met goals in the past and is immediately withhold- ing grants for roads and transit projects (uh oh, we just had that paving report) and additionally, withholding gas tax monies. Pacific Grove receives about $300,000+ in gas tax each year, so if we don’t make gains, that will not be in our pocketbook at the end of the year and every year we don’t have affordable housing. So what is ahead for us to remain solvent? Find an income source to fund $2 million in road repair every year for 10 years; find another $2 million to pay our CalPers obligation this year, another $2.6 million in 2020, another $3 million in 2021 - until we need $4.1 million in 2024; and find land to build affordable housing immediately. We had an entire floor of the Goodies Project ready for affordable housing but intense citizen pressure to keep it a 3-story instead of 4-story building nixed it. So we need people to quit nixing things.

So think about the land the city owns where we can sit in wait for a devel- oper to build affordable housing. The parking lot behind Lighthouse Cinema? Parking lot at Fandango’s? One of our parks? How about the golf course? Remember, we can’t nix everything. Pick one. Oh, and the other housing ele- ment that few know about - a city has to allow mobile homes or manufactured housing in any zone where single family housing is now permitted. Pick a spot, any spot. Affordable housing is going to be next door to someone. And one more thing that came up at the Planning Commission - we do indeed have a developer in the wings to build. Not exactly to build affordable housing - they want to build a homeless shelter. So put your “Pacific Grove is a city of homes” hat back on, the hat that voted short term rentals out, and pick a homeless shelter spot too.

Irish Storytelling at Monterey Library The Monterey Public Library presents Stories for Adults, featuring Pat- rick Ball, on Tuesday, March 5, at 7:00 p.m. in the Monterey Public Library Community Room. In Celtic Harp and Story, Patrick Ball rekindles the fire and wonder of an evening of Irish storytelling. For in telling the marvelous old tales of wit and enchantment, and in playing the ancient, brass-strung harp of Ireland, he not only carries on two of the richest traditions of Celtic culture, but blends them in concert to create “a warm and magical performance.” For adults ages 16 and up. One free ticket with a Monterey or Pacific Grove Public Library card. Additional tickets available for $15 each. Tickets available at the Monterey Public Library Help Desk on a first-come, first-served basis. Monterey Public Library is located at 625 Pacific Street, Monterey. For more information call 831.646.3933 or visit www.monterey.org/library. February 15, 2019 • CEDAR STREET Times • Page 5 Hayes Perkins – The “Magic Carpet” Man David A. Laws “For 14 years I toiled to make true a dream I have entertained since I was a small boy. I wished to have a beautiful garden beside the sea and … have made it come true.”

Letter to Miss. Swallop, October 28, 1959 was a shipwreck. Grounds overgrown with jungle, gullies washed down the hill. Now Gardener and self-styled adventurer Hayes Perkins (1874 — 1964) transformed a the grounds are planted to ornamental flowers, [wisteria and passion fruit] vines, and poison oak-covered ocean bluff in Pacific Grove, California into a dazzling springtime shrubs.” He had lived and worked on the estate for 25 months without ever leaving the carpet of fluorescent-purple blooms. Photographs in Life and National Geographic, hill. as well as a giant display in Grand Central Terminal, New York, enticed tourists from In 1902, the publisher’s mother, Phoebe Hearst, had contracted with Bay Area architect across the globe. One of the most loved and distinctive horticultural features of the Bernard Maybeck, assisted by Julia Morgan, to build a massive stone, Gothic-style Pacific Coast in the early 1960s, today Perkins’s garden is but a sad reflection of its Rhine River castle on a compound in the rugged forest east of Dunsmuir in Northern former glory. And its creator is all but forgotten. California. Named Wyntoon, the castle served as a family summer retreat until it burned Perkins worked his way around the world, including nearly eight years in Africa and in 1929. Hearst asked Morgan to design an even larger replacement. Unable to finance nine on publisher William Randolph Hearst’s California properties, before moving to the project while still committed to San Simeon, he scaled Morgan’s design back to a Pacific Grove in 1938. He kept detailed diaries of his life and adventures from 1878 medieval-style "Bavarian Village" of multiple half-timbered buildings. Today the estate to 1936. A friend arranged for them to be typed in 1961. Five carbon paper copies of is owned by the Hearst Corporation and is closed to the public. over 2,000 pages each were hard-cover bound under the title Here and There. One is Hired by his former San Simeon boss, George Loorz, to work on rebuilding the held by the Royal Geographical Society, London; Perkins gave his copy to the Pacific Wyntoon property, Perkins spent the summers of 1933 through 1936 living in McCloud Grove Library. and commuting daily to the site. His assignments ranged from moving rocks to building Living in a tiny cabin overlooking Pacific Grove’s Lovers Point, in 1943 Perkins began and painting the structures. For a short time, he maintained the lawns and gardens and to clear, plant, and hand-water the coastal bluff with a mix of shrubs and Mediterranean- frequently encountered Julia Morgan, Hearst, and his guests, including Marion Davies, climate succulents that he knew from South Africa. Over 14 years he single-handedly Clark Gable, Jean Harlow, and Herbert Hoover. On one occasion he, unsuccessfully, created a nearly one-mile-long pathway lined by Monterey Bay on one side and a floral asked Hearst to fund another trip to Africa. “Magic Carpet” of Drosanthemum floribundum on the other. Construction on the Hearst estate ceased each fall before snowfall and the workers Named Perkins Park in 1950, the garden played an important role in the town’s appeal were laid off. For the winters of 1934 and 1936, Perkins travelled to Pennsylvania at as a resort destination but decades of municipal financial woes and neglect have led to the invitation of Frank W. Preston who he met on the steamship Vedic en route from serious deterioration of Perkins’s legacy. Cape Town to Sydney in 1925. At the time he noted that “It was a treat to find a man who could converse on some other topic besides sex.” Preston arranged for Perkins to A “Bird of Passage” speak on his travels to Pittsburg society and supported his induction as a Fellow of the Born on a homestead in the Coquille Valley near the Oregon coastal lumber port of Royal Geographical Society of London in 1937. Bandon on February 10, 1878, as a boy Henry Hayes Perkins was fascinated by tales In July 1936, Perkins wrote that Preston had asked him to help build a game park of explorers and their adventures in Africa. In 1890 the family moved to an evangelical around a research laboratory he was establishing near Butler Township, Pennsylvania. community in Hico, Texas. According to his diary, he left home at age 15 to escape He mailed bulbs and seeds of gladilas and foxgloves from Hearst’s garden for planting abuse by his father William Perkins, “a Methodist of the strictest sort,” who beat the prior to his arrival. The final entry in the nearly 60-year saga of Here and There is dated boy frequently for refusing to convert to the gospel. October 10, 1936 as he was waiting to travel east. Perkins hopped freight trains and worked in fields, mills, mines, plantations, and Butler, Pennsylvania (1936 -1937) ranches across the country before setting off to explore the globe. While his diary is A technical consultant to the glass industry, in 1936 Preston purchased a 100-acre filled with extraordinary tales of personal privation and appalling conditions endured abandoned farm where he opened Preston Laboratories to research manufacturing by migrant laborers of the era, Perkins’s taste for adventure and desire to see the world techniques for Corning Glass. He asked Perkins to landscape the property in the style remained strong throughout his life. A 1940 lecture in San Francisco billed him as a of a park from his native England. “bird of passage.” Perkins lived over the laboratory for nearly two years. He removed rocks and debris Perkins embarked on his first ocean voyage and experience of foreign travel from and replenished topsoil that had been depleted over 200 years of farming. He planted Portland, Oregon in October 1898. As a crew member on the schooner Austrasia, he a lawn, cleaned out a pond for ducks, built a bridge and a peacock shed, erected miles survived a dangerous passage around Cape Horn to arrive in England in March 1899. of fencing, and graded a landscape to accommodate “some 1600 trees, chiefly pine,” He returned to the U.S. to participate in the Colorado mining boom. Later that year all without any mechanical aid. Preston, who described Perkins as “the curator and he joined the U.S. Revenue Cutter Service, a forerunner of the Coast Guard, in order custodian” of the grounds, reported in 1959 that the trees were now 30 - 40 feet high to see “other lands down the horizon line that need exploring” but deserted with other and that “the most successful evergreens, Siberian spruce, reached 20 - 30 feet.” An crew members to escape abusive onboard discipline after three months. orchard with trees cultivated in lines, stars, and other geometric patterns continues to Over the next 25 years, Perkins alternated work in the Western U.S. and Canada yield today. Mrs. Preston said of Perkins that “He was an exceptionally good workman with multiple ocean voyages, seeking opportunities abroad that culminated in eight at any task he undertook.” circumnavigations of the globe. He wrote one of his rare descriptions of horticultural Active conservationists in their retirement, the Prestons left their estate to the matters, while serving as a groundskeeper for the Heart of Africa Mission in the Belgian community. Today the site is maintained by volunteers as an arboretum with a prairie, Congo. Within a month of arriving in 1941 he had planted 1,100 bananas and plantains, gardens, and ponds open to the public. The laboratory was placed on the National 1,000 pineapples, and more than 200 fruit trees: “Mangoes, avocado pears, limes, Register of Historic Places in 2013. lemons, oranges, and custard apples.” “Daily the estate grows more attractive. One Pacific Grove, California (1938 – 1964) can accomplish so much in a short time in a land like this, where all produce grows an inch, or two inches overnight.” Although Perkins loved Africa and his success in the Although he enjoyed the work at Butler, Perkins found the winters too cold. Once garden, angered by graft and abusive discipline by the mission leaders, he left before a week he would go to the machine shop to shellac the soles of his feet. In 1938 he completing his term. returned to the West Coast because of the mild coastal climate he remembered from his The later years show an increasing interest in exotic plants. He remarked on the San Simeon years. He chose Pacific Grove, near Monterey, which, because of its legacy ferns, fruits, and lush lawns of the Samoan Islands, Flame trees on Mozambique, and as a Methodist summer retreat community, was still dry and “wasn’t cluttered-up with Baobabs in the Congo. He was particularly entranced by the exotic flora, “oleander, bars.” He rented an 8 by 16-foot, two-room shack on Mermaid Avenue overlooking hibiscus, bougainvillea, eucalyptus, bamboo, banyan, gold mohur, and ironwood,” of the bay. He again found work with Frank Loorz who operated a construction business Colombo. An index lists more than 30 varieties of trees across dozens of entries. in the area. In contrast to most of his peers who spent their pay on drink and the “ladies of the The Hearst Years (1928 – 1936) evening,” while working for Hearst, Perkins had invested his paycheck in annuities. In May 1928, Perkins found employment on the construction of publisher William When they matured in 1943, at age 69 Perkins quit working for others and planned a Randolph Hearst’s “castle” near San Simeon, California. His diary entries at this time retirement of reading in the library, lecturing about his travels, and light gardening for become more autobiographical in nature. They offer unique insights from the perspective neighbors. Jerry Hurlburt recalls “During the war he came across the street and did of an hourly laborer into the people, politics, and setting of the extraordinary world some gardening for us when he thought my mother was letting the yard get out of hand. being created on "La Cuesta Encantada" (The Enchanted Hill). That irritated her and I’m not sure but what they may have had some words.” Although he abhorred Hearst’s infatuation with fascist dictators, particularly Children suffered painful skin rashes from playing in poison oak (Toxicodendron Mussolini, Perkins describes him as a fair, even a benevolent, employer. “He has an infectious grin that instantly puts all at ease. He will bestow this on his humblest employee as quickly as the greatest of men.” However, Perkins spares no kind words for the legions of sycophants and corrupt managers who ruled the roost in Hearst’s absence. He includes descriptions of the debauchery of visiting Hollywood figures and their ravishing of young women invited to party on the hill. As a non-drinker, he was especially troubled by late-night beach landings to replenish the castle liquor cellars during Prohibition. The Coast Guard ignored his whistle-blowing for fear of reprisal by Hearst. Perkins makes no direct comments on landscaping work, but does mention guests in “ecstasies of joy and wonder at the marvelous beauty of the gardens” and the expenditure of $10,000 to move a single tree. Because of his strong work ethic and aversion to alcohol, he was trusted to tend the animals in Hearst’s zoo. In late 1930, his boss severely injured a valuable white oryx and fired Perkins to deflect blame from himself. Learning of this injustice, three months later Hearst ordered Perkins rehired as camp janitor. In this role he was responsible for maintenance of worker housing on the hill. On his days off he enjoyed roaming the hillsides in search of wild honey. “Surely in all the world there is no more favored spot than this,” he wrote. By mid-1931, even Hearst’s vast wealth could not sustain the project. Crew members were being laid off and work hours extended. Perkins “stole” water from a new reservoir to raise flower gardens around the camp to make it more attractive for the remaining Perkins Park from National employees. By early 1933, even the “harsh but square” head gardener, Louis Reising, Geographic magazine article “California’s had been let go. Perkins followed in March. He wrote: “When I took over the place it Wonderful One,” November 1959. Photo by B. Anthony Stewart. Page 6 • CEDAR STREET Times • February 15, 2019 Exciting Adaptation of ‘Romeo & Juliet’ by William Shakespeare Opening at MPC Theater

Performance Dates and Times: We will be opening Romeo & Juliet next month on the Morgan Stock Main Romeo & Juliet previews Thursday, February 21 at 7:30 PM and opens Friday, Stage. This promises to be a unique and electrifying production. Tickets for all MPC February 22 at 7:30 PM. faculty, staff and students are currently $12.50 each for Main Stage productions. Performances run Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 PM and Sundays at Reservations recommended. 2:00 PM from February 21 through March 10. About the MPC Production of Romeo & Juliet Please note that the first two Sunday matinées will include a post-show discussion The MPC Theatre Company presents an exciting new adaptation of William with the cast and director. Shakespeare’s tale of teenage romance, passion and violence. Juxtaposed between Full schedule is: Thursday February 21 7:30 PM Preview/Discount Thursday Elizabethan and modern times, this bold new rendition explores gender politics and Friday February 22 7:30 PM Opening Night identity, sexual agency, familial loyalty, and the intoxicating, dangerous beauty of Saturday February 23 7:30 PM love at first sight. Directed by professional director and MPC Theatre Arts faculty Sunday February 24 2:00 PM Matinée with post-show member Justin Matthew Gordon, the cast features LGBQT+ actors in prominent discussion roles, and is made up of professionals, community members, and MPC Theatre Arts students. This exciting production aims to celebrate Shakespeare’s intent, while Thursday February 28 7:30 PM Discount Thursday embracing the universality of this classic, timeless tragedy. Friday March 01 7:30 PM Saturday March 02 7:30 PM About the Director Sunday March 03 2:00 PM Matinée with post-show Director Justin Matthew Gordon is well prepared to helm this production, with discussion its emphasis on intense classical drama and heart-stopping stage combat. Justin studied classical directing and acting at Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre in London, Thursday March 07 7:30 PM Discount Thursday England, during Mark Rylance’s tenure as Artistic Director. While at the Globe, he Friday March 08 7:30 PM Saturday March 09 7:30 PM studied under Tony and Olivier Award-winning actress Jane Lapotaire, as well as the Sunday March 10 2:00 PM Matinée – Final performance Globe’s Masters of Movement, Voice, and Elizabethan Stage Combat, working under teachers with the British Academy of Stage Combat. He completed his additional For more information contact the box office at 831-6466-4213 or mpcboxoffice@ theatrical combat training with the Society of American Fight Directors and received mpc.edu his M.F.A. in Acting at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, training under a renowned faculty, including Tony Award-winning director Daniel Sullivan. Justin’s classical work in regional theatre is extensive, including several seasons with the Tony Award-winning Utah Shakespeare Festival. Locally, he has performed in and fight directed multiple seasons with Pacific Repertory Theatre’s Carmel Shakespeare Festival, including their upcoming 2019 season. Justin is a member of the Stage Di- rectors and Choreographers Society, Actors Equity Association, the Society of Amer- ican Fight Directors, and SAG-AFTRA. He has been working out of the Monterey Peninsula since 2015, joining the MPC Theatre faculty in 2017, where he directed Susan Goldbeck last year’s acclaimed and sold out production of William Shakespeare’s Hamlet. Romeo & Juliet is a live theatrical performance containing intense violence and sexual themes, and is recommended for those of High School age and above. Infants, babes-in-arms, and children in strollers or carriers are not permitted in the theatre Performance Review auditorium. Billie Elliot at the Golden Bough By Susan Goldbeck

Pacific Repertory Theaters production Billie Elliot , played by Noah Pope of the popular movie Billie Elliot, in its who had considerable experience as a sing- musical form is now at the Golden Bough er both in school and in his community, is theater in Carmel. Closes February 24th. a local, did a good job bringing sweet- The tony winning musical was scored by ness and meaning to the pre- teen angst his none less than Elton John. Elton John is character was experiencing. The female of course a rock and roll icon but who lead in the play was ably handled by Lara has also distinguished himself for his Devlin. She can sing, and dance well Broadway musical scores including such and even choreographed the production. hits as as Lion King. The music in Lara has considerable stage personality Billie Elliot is just great and the large and is a Pac Rep veteran ensemble cast has done a good job One of my favorite bits in the play was with these wonderful songs. the tap dancing number featuring Billie. Billie Elliot is an 11 year-old British (Noah Pole) and his young friend played lad who despite the strong disapproval by Adam Angel. Angel has a great deal of his hard scrabble all0 male family, of stage personality and does a mean seeks to follow his dream of becoming tap dance. The scene was one where a professional ballet dancer.This story Angel’s character coaxes Billie to is set against the violent and dramatic don a women’s dress as he had done. backdrop of the mining strikes in great The two took to singing and tap dancing Britain of the early eighties. Billie’s dad and were later accompanied by tall cast and his older brother were both miners members hidden below very large and and strike organizers. This was a strike not colorful women’s dresses. The effect was only about higher wages but about better charming. It also had the dark message and safer working conditions in the mines. of the confusion of a young man seeking Elton John came from a mining town and to find his way in terms of sexual identity a mining family which is why his songs and preference especially in the macho in this production have such resonance. world of a mining town. This issue ap- The play is lively and fun but is peared throughout the production and laced throughout with somber , darker was handled with a very subtle touch and themes including not only the hot polit- good taste. ical issues but also the social issues of As in many musicals the facile a young boy in a macho family wanting to ending of this tale was with the family pursue a different path, a path which was and the entire community rallying in not at all acceptable to his family nor his support of Billie as a ballet dancer with community. the miners in their jump suits and hard hats I must say that I found many of donning ballet tu tu’s and singing and the political references in the production to dancing in the lively finale. Believeable, be confusing. The playwright just tried to no, fun and enjoyable yes. Billie Elliot do too much here. The ensemble number What light through yonder window breaks? was sort of a British take on the American with the cast wearing head shots of then Hit footloose and had the same kind of prime minister Margaret Thatcher who good music and high energy. I liked it and broke these strikes seemed to come out of the large audience did too. If you go, take nowhere. I only tied this up in reading a flashlight as it is a very dark to walk the program after the production which to your car, especially in the heavy rain. had a long historical reference. February 15, 2019 • CEDAR STREET Times • Page 7

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Performance Dates and Times: Romeo & Juliet previews Thursday, February 21 at 7:30 PM and opens Friday, February 22 at 7:30 PM. Performances run Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 PM and Sundays at 2:00 PM from February 21 through March 10. Please note that the first two Sunday matinées will include a post-show discussion with the cast and director. Full schedule is: Thursday February 21 7:30 PM Preview/Discount Thursday Friday February 22 7:30 PM Opening Night Saturday February 23 7:30 PM Sunday February 24 2:00 PM Matinée with post-show discussion

Thursday February 28 7:30 PM Discount Thursday Friday March 01 7:30 PM Saturday March 02 7:30 PM First United Methodist Church trustee Neil Edwards next to fallen 100 Sunday March 03 2:00 PM Matinée with post-show ft Monterey Pine that ruptured a gas line. Six trees in total fell on the church property. discussion Firefighter explains to homeowner at Junipero & 19th why he can’t go Thursday March 07 7:30 PM Discount Thursday into his house with live wires in his yard. Friday March 08 7:30 PM Saturday March 09 7:30 PM Sunday March 10 2:00 PM Matinée – Final performance

For more information contact the box office at 831-6466-4213 or mpcboxoffice@ mpc.edu

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Resident at 17 Mile Drive Village examines fallen pine that struck her Treefall at 851 Congress ruptures water line. 2nd-floor unit.

Fallen branch on Junipero Avenue causes a cascade of high-voltage wires to fall onto homes. Page 8 • CEDAR STREET Times • February 15, 2019 Peninsula Pulchritude—Part 7 Lessons About Homelessness from a Neanderthal in the New Mexico Desert Wanda Sue Parrott Waiting for the results of the 2019 Point in Time Homeless Census & Survey, Homeless in Paradise coupled with conclusions to come from Column #227—Sidebar the “Homeless by the Bay” town hall in Seaside on Wednesday, February 13, put Update on, and Apology to, me in muse mode. CeliaSue Hecht “Is homelessness new?” I wondered. By Wanda Sue Parrott “Or is it as old as humanity?” During the past three weeks, I recalled a conversation with a homeless senior, CeliaSue Hecht, Greyhound Bus driver on my Thanksgiv- 69, underwent angioplasty at ing 2000 return trip from Pacific Grove, Community Hospital of the Mon- California to Springfield, Missouri. We terey Peninsula and was released. were heading into New Mexico under a She continues living in her velvet-black sky sprinkled with sugar- van with her dog aged dog Cici, crystal stars. 12, mainly because they have no “Have you ever seen anything oth- alternative at this time. er-worldly?” I asked. A number of people called “Lady, I’ve seen things on the desert me about CeliaSue and/or to that no one would believe,” the driver said. report their own personal expe- “Care to elaborate?” riences with homelessness and “Nope. You’ve gotta see for yourself homeless people to whom they in order to believe.” reached out. Most were positive Shortly after sunrise, as the bus sped calls, but one woman reported at around 80 miles per hour along Inter- a bad experience with a woman state I-44, I snapped a photo that proved and her dog who stayed with her his words true. mother and allegedly scammed her. The frame that didn’t lie The outcome of the wakeup Just as digital technology was starting call from the complainant was to make other forms of photography ob- two “Homeless in Paradise” solete, I worked with disposable cameras This enlarged image emerged like a hologram on a photo taken of the columns advising readers that that could be used once and then discarded. New Mexico desert south of Taos in 2000. Soften your focus and wait results of any contacts they What you shot was what you got. for the fuzzy face to appear. follow through from information My Thanksgiving holiday photos Photo courtesy of Wanda Sue Parrott in the column are strictly at their contained a sequence of shots I snapped Was this my imagination? Was it an image replaying on the desert own risk. from the bus window as we passed south after thousands, or even millions, of geographically or topologically Any resemblance to Ce- of the legendary art colony of Taos, rising undisturbed years? liaSue Hecht or other homeless in the distance as a snow-topped mountain. women whom I have interviewed Bare desert, except for brush, filled was coincidental and I apologize the foreground of several frames, but a those who serve them as career persons or Peter” in matters where assets needed for wrong impressions or mis- male figure seemed to appear in one frame. volunteers. elsewhere are not currently being used. taken identity issues I may have Two large eyes and a blunt face emerged. Those who are observers of home- Others’ welfare usually comes first. caused. I squinted; a humanlike, or was it lessness tend to fluctuate between the two Was the figure in the Neanderthal CeliaSue has helped me pre-humanlike, being emerged. polarities. Breakfast photo macho or nurturing? Or by preparing an in-depth report He had a ruff of hair almost like a Regardless of whether such a person a combination of both? for the Seaside City Council’s mane on his head, and he seemed to be is male or female, the individual’s atti- We’ll probably never find out, but it “Homeless by the Bay” town hall holding a stick on which some sort of tude reflects whether he/she is macho or is worth thinking about next time we’re which addressed local homeless- tailless rodent was roasting over what I nurturing by nature, or in a state of flux faced with casting judgment or reacting ness on Wednesday, February presumed was a campfire. between the two. to a breaking scandal in the news, like the 13, at the Oldemeyer Center, He was translucent, superimposed Which description fits you? one last week at Gathering for Women in and I thank her for this excellent over the terrain like a ghostly hologram Monterey. presentation. at Disneyland. Macho According to Monterey County Resemblance of unnamed in- In this respect, “Macho” means the Weekly’s Mary Duan, when news broke dividual(s) in my column to any “Neanderthal Breakfast” individual, like hunter-gatherer forbears, about accusations of embezzlement of persons living or dead is strictly I titled the photo “Neanderthal Break- is defensive, self-centered and will fight, $106,000 by GFW’s executive director, coincidental. fast.” often with determined belligerence and Jennifer Dalton, from an organization I apologize for any mistaken Was this my imagination? Was it an unrelenting aggressiveness; this kind of for which she worked before she came to identity that may have resulted image replaying on the desert after thou- person is a “get and keep” personality GFW, Jennifer resigned in order to spare from such publication. sands, or even millions, of geographically who might be labeled a “me first, you GFW harm such a scandal could bring to CeliaSue reports that Cici, or topologically undisturbed years? last” character. the nonprofit on which Monterey’s 500 or 12, has been passing blood this I printed out a copy of the photo If living on the streets, this person’s more homeless women rely. week. She does not want either of and used it to illustrate this column. By survival is first and foremost; will he/she The money Jennifer allegedly embez- them to die in their van. Celia- softening your focus and squinting at the lie or cheat? Probably. Can this person be zled was repaid. Sue was talking of returning to center, the image should emerge into the trusted? Try it to find out! The lesson the Neanderthal taught me CHOMP on Wednesday. foreground. If macho persons are employed by or is this: Dare to trust—and judge—others Please do not contact me, Two years ago, after my DNA results volunteer with nonprofits or other organi- at your own risk, and they’ll probably do as time is of the essence and I reported I am 57 percent more Neanderthal zations that help the homeless, and they the same for you. am untimely. Contact CeliaSue than other human beings, I revisited this find the group they represent has been directly at cshechtwriter@gmail. photo. Could the inexplicable image be my cheated, prosecution to the full extent of Contact Wanda Sue Parrott, 831-899- com; 702-225-8206. own reflection in the bus window glass, not the law will be the preferred means of 5887, [email protected] as I look on the outside, but as a spiritual resolving the matter. Copyright 2019 by Wanda Sue Parrott revenant of my ancient ancestry? As lawkeepers, they do things by the Did the inexpensive throwaway cam- books and believe rules are to be followed, era do for human history what the Hubble not broken or bent, even if they write the Telescope was doing for the universe, rules! revealing the past as if it were happening Nurturing now? On the contrary, nurturing persons are If yes, what is this photo saying? tolerant, caring, protective, generous and Previous editions of Cedar Street Times Answer: Before we settled down concerned with others who may be viewed and were permanently sheltered, human- as helpless, less competent or in need of can be found at ity-at-large was homeless! Some of us guidance or guardianship. This person, still are! whether male or female, is a “you first” or So, what relevance might ancient “we share” help-oriented character. www.cedarstreettimes.com ancestral lifestyles have to today’s home- If living on the streets, this individu- lessness? al’s survival includes makeshift family or Back issues are located under the tab Evolutionary links friends, even if only with a dog. Will he/ As a columnist reporting on home- she lie or cheat? Maybe, if it is a last resort “Past Issues” lessness for nearly five years, I’ve become to achieving a successful outcome. aware of two distinctly different traits Can this person be trusted? Yes, if you exhibited toward homelessness by those accept the fact he/she might “borrow from who are homeless by chance or choice, and Peter to pay Paul, and then hope to repay February 15, 2019 • CEDAR STREET Times • Page 9 Competitors Become Pen Pals

We had the final round of the Lyceum Spelling Bee at Robert Down this week. We have our two winners who will advance to the finals of the Monterey County Lyceum Spelling Bee in a few weeks. As well, my class has been Pen Pals with a class in Rocklin (suburb of Sacramento) for five years. Their 4th graders have come to visit the Aquarium every year and get to meet their pen paks abs spend the night at our school. This year we had Patrice Vecchione come for a poetry session with our two classes. Photos courtesy Karen Levy Page 10 • CEDAR STREET Times • February 15, 2019 Presidents’ Day Puzzle by Peter Silzer Where It’s AT&T! Solution on Page 13 Marty Dunn Rovin’ in the Grove

Nope, that’s not a typo, it’s just an introduction to a few words on all the action in town during the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am Golf Tourney. This is my first February in PG, so the impact around the area of this event really stood out. Down- town parking, which has always seemed plentiful to me, was tighter, and the tour and tourney shuttle buses challenged the yellow lines on some of our streets. But the people on those buses were glad to be here, even if it rained, and they will take that happy vibe home with them, etching PG and the peninsula into their good memories. The AT&T provides a great injection of visitors’ monies into our local economy via lodging, dining and retail in general. Alongside the monarchs and classic car shows, it puts PG on the map, lending another reason why we are such a popular tourist destination. And since it is largely tourism that drives the town’s financial health, cheerful crowds bode well for our ‘bottom line’ throughout the rest of the year when there are lulls in the action. Chamber of Commerce President Moe Ammar and his staff do much to promote PG’s attractions, including the AT&T. They coordinated shuttle bus service between here and Pebble Beach. I spent a little time at the chamber office, helping to sell these shuttle tickets, so I got to witness some of the attendees’ bubbling enthusiasm for the tourney when they came in to book their rides. One story in particular stands out in my mind: a man came out here from the East Coast to volunteer at the AT&T, spending $1000 in airfare and lodging plus his costs for his official jacket and back- pack, and losing a week’s salary from his job. He was smitten with his experience here, happy as the proverbial clam. Which reminds me: when I was young, my parents came over to this side of the bay with friends one year to take in the Crosby ‘Clambake,’ begun here in 1947 and from whence evolved the AT&T of today. Although they were not golfers, my parents enjoyed the whole scene, in spite of getting drenched in the rain. I remember they got a few celebrity autographs for my brother and me (including Johnny Weiss- muller and Guy Madison), but I don’t think they dined on any clams. My guess is that the guests at this year’s event have left with a cache of mem- orabilia—maybe some celebrity autographs and/or selfies—and great memories of their time on the courses as well as in our lovely region surrounding the links. Your Letters Are Always In June, the peninsula will again be in the golf spotlight with the US Open here. WELCOME! If the AT&T is any example, I imagine it will be a terrific happening! Write us at editor@ cedarstreettimes.com ********* or by Snail Mail at 306 Grand Ave., Pacific Grove, CA 93950 A big happy birthday shout-out to Pagrovian Greg Aeschliman on the occasion of his 80th year!

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YOUR AD CAN BE THERE WITH THE BEST OF THEM FOR AS LITTLE AS $100 IN COLOR. CALL WEBSTER OR RENE AT CEDAR STREET TIMES 831-324-4742. WE’LL DESGN IT FOR YOU. February 15, 2019 • CEDAR STREET Times • Page 11 Dr. Jonna Mazet to discuss Pandemics at the DWMC February Luncheon Monterey, Calif.– Dr. Jonna Mazet will present current efforts to prevent, identify, and warn populations about the threat of global pandemics at the February 21 luncheon meeting of the Democratic Women of Monterey County. The luncheon takes place from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn, 1000 Aguajito Rd., Monterey. Tickets are Center for Spiritual Awakening $35 for DWMC members and $45 for non-members. The public is welcome to attend. 522 Central Ave. • 831-372-1942 Jonna Mazet, DVM, MPVM, PhD, focuses on global health problem solving, especially Central Presbyterian Church of Pacific Grove for emerging infectious disease and conservation challenges. She is particularly 325 Central Ave. • 831-375-7207 interested in the interface between wildlife, domestic animals, and people and how this Chabad of Monterey may lead to disease and pandemics. Currently, she is the Global Director of PREDICT, 620 Lighthouse Ave., Entrance on 18th • 831-643-2770 a viral emergence early warning project developed with the US Agency for International Development’s (USAID) Emerging Pandemic Threats Program. Christian Church Disciples of Christ of Pacific Grove 442 Central Ave. • 831-372-0363 Dr. Mazet was elected to the US National Academy of Medicine in 2013 in recognition of her successful and innovative approach to emerging environmental and global health Community Baptist Church threats and serves on the National Academy’s Forum on Microbial Threats. She is a Monterey & Pine Avenues • 831-375-4311 Professor of Epidemiology and Disease Ecology and Executive Director of the One First Baptist Church of Pacific Grove Health Institute in the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. 246 Laurel Ave. • 831-373-0741 Luncheon reservations are available online at the DWMC website, www.dw-mc.org, or First Baptist Church of Monterey ​send a check ($35 for members, $45 non-members) to DWMC, P.O. Box 223003, 600 Hawthorne St., Monterey • Rev. Nate Rhen 831-373-3289 Carmel, CA 93922. For information, call 831.200.DWMC, or visit www.dw-mc.org. First Church of God Luncheon reservations must be received by Tuesday, February 19. 1023 David Ave. • 831-372-5005 ​ The Democratic Women of Monterey County (DWMC) is a volunteer organization First United Methodist Church of Pacific Grove that champions Democratic candidates and campaigns on political issues that affect Worship: Sundays 10:00 a.m. all citizens while emphasizing the role of women. The DWMC is dedicated to creating 915 Sunset @ 17-Mile Dr. • 831-372-5875 opportunities for Democratic women to interact, participate and educate themselves and Forest Hill United Methodist Church the community about political candidates and issues. Contact the DWMC by email at Services 9 a.m. Sundays [email protected], by phone at 831.200.DWMC or by mail at P.O. Box 223003, 551 Gibson Ave. • 831-372-7956 Carmel, CA 93922. Monterey Peninsula Society of Friends (Quakers) SPCA “Be My Valentine” Adoption Event 10 a.m, Sundays Carl Cherry Center 4th & Gudalupe, Carmel • 915-8691 or 372-5762 Saturday & Sunday, February 16 - 17 [email protected] Hearts (and tails!) will be a-flutter during The SPCA’s “Be My Valentine” Adoption Event February 16 - 17! During the event, adopters can Pick Their Price on all dogs, Jehovah’s Witnesses of Pacific Grove cats, puppies, and kittens! 1100 Sunset Drive • 831-375-2138 The SPCA for Monterey County is located at 1002 Monterey-Salinas Highway, across from WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca. Adoption hours are 11-5 on weekdays Lighthouse Fellowship of Pacific Grove and 11-4 on weekends. PG Community Center, 515 Junipero Ave. • 831-333-0636 SPCA adoptions include the pet’s spay or neuter surgery, permanent microchip iden- tification, vaccinations, SPCA ID tag, a health evaluation, and more. Regular adoption Manjushri Dharma Center fees range from $35 to $290. 724 Forest Ave. • 831-901-3156 manjushridharmacenter.org • [email protected] For more information, please call The SPCA at 831-373-2631 or 422-4721 or www. Facebook.com/SPCAmc. Visit www.SPCAmc.org to view adoptable pets! Wellspring Church 141 14th St. • 831-373-4705 Contact: Call The SPCA at 831-373-2631 or 422-4721 or visit www.SPCAmc.org to Peninsula Baptist Church view adoptable pets. 1116 Funston Ave. • 831-394-5712 The SPCA for Monterey County is your nonprofit, independent, donor-sup- Peninsula Christian Center ported humane society that has been serving the animals and people of 520 Pine Ave. • 831-373-0431 Monterey County since 1905. The SPCA is not a chapter of any other agency and does not have a parent organization. They shelter homeless, neglected St. Angela Merici Catholic Church and abused pets and livestock, and provide humane education and countless 146 8th St. • 831-655-4160 other services to the community. They are the local agency you call to inves- tigate animal cruelty, rescue and rehabilitate injured wildlife, and aid domestic St. Anselm’s Anglican Church animals in distress. Online at www.SPCAmc.org. Sundays 9:30 a.m. 375 Lighthouse Ave. • 831-920-1620 Fr. James Short Sudoku St. Mary’s-by-the-Sea Episcopal Church Puzzle on Page 5 Central Avenue & 12 th St. • 831-373-4441 ©State Point Media Seventh-Day Adventist Church of the Monterey Peninsula 375 Lighthouse Ave. • 831-372-7818 OUTSIDE PACIFIC GROVE Bethlehem Lutheran Church 800 Cass St., Monterey • 831-373-1523 Pastor Bart Rall Congregation Beth Israel 5716 Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel • 831-624-2015 Monterey Center for Spiritual Living Sunday Service 10:30 am 400 West Franklin St., Monterey • 831-372-7326 www.montereycsl.org Shoreline Community Church 2500 Garden Rd. Monterey 8:30 am 10 am & 11:30 am Sundays. 831-655-0100 • www.shorelinechurch.org

St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church 698 Laine St, Monterey • Father Karas (831) 375-7200​ Unitarian Universalist Church of the Monterey Peninsula 490 Aguajito Rd., Carmel • 831-624-7404 Sunday Service 9:30 a.m. and 1:15 a.m. Church in the Forest Erdman Chapel at Stevenson School 3152 Forest Lake Rd, Pebble Beach 831-624-1374 Page 12 • CEDAR STREET Times • February 15, 2019 See Something Say Something

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Recently I found myself protecting tion. If you are not involved but a witness, two of my charges when a large mixed BE the person that helps by taking action. breed dog decided to harass us. More and more potentially danger- Local dog moms alerted me about ous encounters are happening because two dogs that regularly terrorize others people are tolerating bad behavior and around Greenwood Park (13th Street law breakers. I see dogs at large (not on between Ocean View and Central Ave in leash) at least once a day. Pacific Grove). The problem is that not all dogs My clients live nearby and as we are friendly to humans, other pets or other began our walk, I spotted a dog marking animals. Also, animals are not always on the corner of Carmel and Ocean View. predictable and could be at risk when they We were just over a block away headed unexpectedly dart into traffic. toward the ocean recreation trail. Dogs at large are animals loose Despite my commands and confron- outside of a fenced area of property or tation when he attempted to harass my safety in the home or vehicle. And yes, charges, the dog kept coming back. I am you dog should not be off leash on the usually able to get animals to comply eas- sidewalk or any public property unless it ily but that wasn’t so in this case. is specifically posted as an off leash area. A body block and leash wran- In this area the leash law is six feet--not gling to keep the little guys behind me longer. and knowing the area well, I managed to Sadly, when confronted, the new get up some stairs so that we were flanked strategy of the rule breaker is to bully the by a retaining walls so I could thwart the person informing them about the local harasser with boot kicks since he could dog laws. only approach from one direction. Don’t be intimidated, report When he ran off after a local cat, I them. #SeeSomethingSaySomething called animal control. In the meantime, Let’s work as a community to I armed myself with a large downed tree put public pressure on those who misbe- branch which worked as a barrier to keep have for the safety of all. him away as my deterrent had fallen off In the meantime, make sure you the clip. carry some sort of deterrent (citronella Once my charges were safely at home, spray, pepper spray or something like a I set out to see if I could catch him. No zap stick to protect you and your dog). such luck. And yes, no more deterrent on He was clearly only after the dogs and a clip, you’ll usually see some it hanging wanted nothing to do with me, running from my neck these days. off--despite my attempts to entice him into About ARKlady: Diana L Guer- a lasso. The good news is that Officer Liz rero (aka ARKlady) lives on the Central caught him and fined the owner. Coast of California by the sea. An author, And yes, it was indeed one of the animal whisperer and wildlife interpreter, dogs the locals have been complaining her first word was “fish.” Known locally about--several blocks away from where as “DGinPG,” she is a friend of the furred, he resides. My point is that complaining feathered and finned. With a goal of en- doesn’t change anything. riching the lives of animals (both wild You see, people have been avoiding and tame) and empowering the humans the area and complaining but actually that love them, she shares a lifetime of doing nothing about it. professional experience and specialty So, this is a reminder that if you see training with animal lovers--who are not something that you say something only passionate about animals but that If you are not involved, help the want to make a difference in their lives person who is by taking action. What can and in the world in which they live. you do? You might choose to say something Questions? 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If it is =>https://arklady.as.me/virtual-consul- you, the priority is to exit to safety first. tation However, see if you remember to take ac- February 15, 2019 • CEDAR STREET Times • Page 13 Poll: Nearly half of California voters Pacific Grove Year End Review say they can’t afford living in the state 2018 vs. 2017 Scott Dick, Monterey County Association of Realtors Patrick Ryan Local Real Estate Update Market Matters It is time for the year end review and since we are a Pacific Grove Newspaper, we will start with Pacific Grove. In the coming weeks, I will do an analysis of each of Source: USA TODAY our towns on the peninsula so we can get an idea of how the whole peninsula is doing. A new poll has found nearly half of California voters believe they can’t afford However, let’s see what the numbers say about PG. to live in the state. The Quinnipiac University poll released Wednesday reports that 43 percent of California voters said they can›t afford to live there. That number was driven by younger voters: 61 percent of voters age 18 to 34 said they can›t afford to live in California. “For many Californians, life is less than golden in the Golden State,” the release quotes Tim Malloy, assistant director of the poll. Surging housing prices in California led CALmatters to report that the state was the poorest in the country in 2017. The organization reported then that 20 percent of the state’s population struggled to make ends meet. In a September 2018 analysis, 24/7 Wall Street listed 12 California cities in a list For quick reference to the table above, sold means the total amount of single family of the 25 most expensive cities in America. homes that sold in 2017 and 2018. List price is what the home was listed for and sold The most expensive – the San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara metro area – has a cost price is what the home ultimately sold for. DOM stands for days on market, or how of living 27.1 percent higher than the national average, the analysis found. The monthly long it took the home to sell. Price per square foot is determined by dividing the final cost of living for a family of four is $10,758, the analysis found. sales price by the square footage of the home, which can be useful when evaluating A rise in high-paying tech jobs has contributed to a tight housing market and a the asking price or determining the sales price of a home. growing homelessness problem along the West Coast. That has multiple California All metrics were up except the total amount of homes sold and the days on market. cities to pass high-profile legislative actions to combat the issue. 2018 saw an 11% decrease in the amount of homes sold when compared to 2017. I San Francisco voters passed a proposition in November to levy a tax on the city›s am not sure if that was due to a low inventory of homes for sale and less for buyers wealthiest companies and use the money to increase funding for homelessness services. to choose from or is it a sign of the market slowing. Interestingly the average days San Francisco ranks among the least affordable cities in the nation, with a median on market decreased by 11% in 2018 when compared to 2017, which is the same per- single-family home value approaching $1 million. centage decrease of the amount of homes sold. Homes on average are still selling in This week, the San Diego City Council said the city will stop punishing people for less than 2 months. living in their vehicles. It’s a move toward more constructive policies on homelessness, The average list price and the average sales price both increase similar amounts. advocates said. The average list price increase was 4.7% and the average sales price increase was 4.8% “It’s certainly not a permanent solution to the crisis that we are facing,” City Coun- when comparing 2018 with 2017. The most expensive homes in 2017 were two that cilman Mark Kersey told the San Diego Union-Tribune. “But 100 percent of the time, are located on Oceanview, with one selling for $3.5 million and the other selling for I’d rather have someone sleeping in a car than on the sidewalk.” $3 million. In 2017 there were 6 homes in total that sold for $2.0 million or over. In 2018 the most expensive sale was a home located in Asilomar on Arena which sold for $5.75 million and the second place was held by a home on Oceanview which sold for $3.1 million. In 2018 there were 6 homes that sold for over $2 million. Scholarships awarded to seven teens The least expensive home that sold in 2018 was located in the Del Monte Park neighborhood that sold for $451,000. The least expensive home that sold in 2017 was at 2019 Golf for Kids located in the Marino Pines/Washington Park neighborhood and sold for $315,000. Overall the price per square foot in 2018 increased by $37 per square foot which is a 5.5% increase. 2018 was a healthy year for Pacific Grove single family home residential real estate. Although the total number of homes sold decreased by 11%, the price increase was not off the charts as the Bay Area has been experiencing. So far, 2019 has started out with 14 homes sold compared to 11 homes sold by this time in 2018 and 11 homes sold in 2017. It is still early to make any predictions, but unless we see a significant increase in supply, the major determinant factor will be the level of demand. If the demand stays strong, then sales should continue at a healthy clip. Should you have any questions or need advice/guidance please feel free to contact me. All contacts are kept confidential. 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the beneficiary. A trust that is funded with fer his/her own assets into the BCT. It is of the beneficiary’s own assets does not enjoy paramount importance that the inherited or Kyle Krasa asset protection. As a result, a beneficiary gifted assets of the BCT not be comingled should not under any circumstances trans- with the beneficiary’s personal assets. Planning for Each Generation Obituary

Under California law, as in most many tools that give the beneficiary flex- states, Trust-Makers cannot establish asset ibility in updating the trust in a variety of protection for themselves by creating their circumstances. Joseph Yang own trusts with their own assets for their Such tools include giving the ben- own benefit (CA Probate Code §15304). eficiary the right to change trustees, Such a trust is commonly referred to as a giving the beneficiary the right to change “self-settled trust.” However, under Cali- remainder beneficiaries, including provi- fornia law, as in most states, Trust-Makers sions for Trust Protectors to modify the are able to establish asset protection for administrative or tax provisions of the third-parties by creating irrevocable trusts trust, and decanting provisions to allow for the benefit of third-parties (CA Probate the assets of the trust to “pour” into a new, Code §15303). Such a trust is commonly updated trust. referred to as a “third-party trust.” Retirement Plans The concept of the “Beneficiary Con- A BCT might be named as the benefi- trolled Trust” (“BCT”) is to take advantage ciary of certain retirement plans including of the rule permitting the establishment IRAs. Trusts and IRAs involve many of creditor protection for third-parties nuanced rules that must be navigated by utilizing a third-party trust to transfer carefully in order to ensure that the ben- either a lifetime gift or a gift upon death eficiary can maximize tax benefits. Often to a third-party. The BCT is designed to a BCT will include “conduit provisions” give the beneficiary complete control over that mandate that all “Required Minimum an inheritance or a gift while at the same Distributions” (“RMDs”) from the IRA be time providing a degree of asset protection. distributed out of the trust to the benefi- A BCT may be established as a stand- ciary individually. If a BCT is named as alone trust or as a sub-trust that is created a beneficiary of an IRA, the beneficiary under a living trust after the death of the should consult with an attorney or CPA Joseph and Laning Yang Trust-Maker(s). about the proper management of RMDs. Trustee Tax Returns Joseph Yang (Yang Zu-wu) The beneficiary of the BCT will typi- Often a BCT will be designed to allow Feb 3 2019 cally serve as Trustee, either immediately the Trustee to either keep income inside at the creation of the trust or upon attaining Joseph Yang (Yang Zu-wu) died the trust in a given year or distribute the Act, he brought his family to the United a specified age of maturity. Sometimes on Feb. 3 in his Carmel home, which income out to the beneficiary. Any income States, settling in Carmel, CA. the beneficiary will serve as sole-Trustee. that is kept inside of the trust will need to he named Deep in White Clouds. In other instances, in order to provide a He was born Christmas 1928 in be reported and paid via a trust tax return. Joseph and Laning opened an an- stronger degree of creditor protection, the Xinmin, Liaoning Province, China Any income that is distributed to the bene- tiques and art gallery in which Joseph beneficiary will serve as Administrative ficiary will need to be reported and paid via during the warlord era. Trustee and an independent third party showed his paintings and wire art. His the beneficiary’s individual tax return. The nom de plume was He Fei—Crane will serve as a “Distribution Trustee” or His first memories were of tax rates can be very different depending Flying. His prodigious knowledge of “Spending Trustee.” the explosion of a Japanese bomb upon whether the income is kept inside history was sought by many. Flexibility the trust in a given year or distributed out and hiding underground. He grew up under Japanese occupation, the A BCT is technically an irrevocable to the beneficiary. Consultation with a In 1986, Joseph sent Belle to study Soviet onslaught and the civil war trust, meaning that the beneficiary cannot qualified tax preparer is prudent. art in Beijing and on her return after the that ensued. At 17, he fled on foot, amend or revoke the trust in the same Tiananmen Massacre, she wrote and il- Keep it Separate clambered aboard refugee trains, manner that a Trust-Maker can amend or lustrated three non-fiction books on Jo- The basis for creditor protection boats, swam swollen rivers to escape revoke a typical revocable living trust. seph’s life and times: “Baba: A Return of a BCT is the fact that a third-party cre- Communism, (which had stripped However, a well-drafted BCT will include to China Upon My Father’s Shoulders”, ated and funded the trust for the benefit of his family of its land and property Harcourt Brace; “The Odyssey of a and evicted his grandfather to beg in Manchurian”, Harcourt Brace; “Forget the countryside.) In Canton, Joseph Sorrow”, WW Norton and Company, was dragooned by the Nationalists and many children’s books based on his and shipped to Taiwan. Later he childhood memories. taught school to aboriginal children in the remote mountains of Taoyuan. In his last days his skin shone with an ethereal glow noted by his friends, After being transferred to nurse and family. He asked Belle and Taidong city, he met and fell in love Laning to light a single stick of incense with the teacher Laning Lin. They on his death. married and together set off for college in Taipei. Xuan/Belle was His daughter is proud he never born to them in 1960. The family capitulated to ascendent authoritarian of three moved to Tokyo where Jo- China. His paintings, poems and cal- seph earned an MA in international ligraphy will be collected by UC Santa relations at Meiji University. Under Cruz. He is represented by Hauk Fine the auspices of the 1965 Hart-Celler Arts in Pacific Grove.

Call us at 831-324-4742 for calendar, advertising, and legal publication needs. Your news and opinions are always welcome. February 15, 2019 • CEDAR STREET Times • Page 15 Cornbread and Yuengling Beer Sally Baho Postcards from the Kitchen From Norfolk, VA

“You must live in the present, launch yourself on every wave, find your eternity in each moment.” --Henry David Thoreau

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On my last night in Norfolk, I went several deep breaths to relax. The first sip to happy hour for dinner. I ordered a really is something of magic. Yuengling on tap and cornbread from the And cornbread. I love cornbread. appetizer menu and sat with a book at a Especially the kind with whole grain corn high-top table. The part of town we were kernels floating in the bread and baked in a staying was a college town so the bar was skillet, the edges crisping and caramelizing empty when I first arrived at 6:30. just so. It’s an added bonus for my taste Yuengling is an American beer proud- buds when the cornbread is drizzled with ly claiming to be the oldest operating honey, as this one was. I enjoyed bites of brewery in the US, established in 1829. If warm cornbread in between sips of cold you’ve ever lived on the east coast, maybe beer and read a book and miraculously, the you’ve had it. You can only find it as far stress of the day washed away. west as Louisiana and Arkansas (in the As I was leaving the college kids south), Indiana and all of the states east began to trickle in. While waiting for my of those three, except Michigan. I am no bill I overheard that it was one guy’s 21st beer expert but I love their beer and try birthday and many of his friends were to have it when I’m back east. Their tra- joining him to celebrate. I remembered my ditional lager—which is what was on tap own college days and birthdays surround- and happy hour at Mojo Bones—is great. ed by friends and I couldn’t help but feel It is their flagship beer and an amber lager overcome with joy and nostalgia. I wanted in the pre-prohibition style. The founder of to tell the kids to enjoy it—revel in the Bay the brewery David Gottlieb Jüngling an- time where days consist of attending lec- glicized his name to Yuengling when he tures, studying, celebrating your friends’ immigrated from Germany and started the birthdays, and lots of sleep. But I didn’t. Eagle Brewery in Pottsville, PA in 1929. I watched from a distance with a smile on Cutters In 1973, the company changed its name to my face. I paid my bill and walked home D.G. Yuengling and Son when Frederick to my hotel thinking of all my friends from MOVED TO joined David in running the brewery. college and those I’ve lost touch with. There’s something so refreshing about When we’re in the moment we don’t think 227 Grand Ave., Suite 4 an icy cold beer after a long day of work. life is ever going to be different in the fu- There are many ways to let out a sigh of ture so I urge you—and myself—to enjoy Pacific Grove relief after the tenseness of being “on” each moment as we are in it. Tomorrow in the Fountain Mall and, if you have neurotic perfectionist ten- everything could change, your best friend dencies like myself, the stress of wanting could move away, you change jobs, you Across the street from where we’re everything to go right and the warm flush could lose a loved one, life as you know that rushes over your body when things it, so cherish each moment just as it is. currently located start to go awry. So, on this particular day, Sally Baho can be reached at sally- that was long and rife with navigating [email protected] or via her website at 831-373-6565 interpersonal relationships, I was ready sallybaho.com where you can subscribe for a cold beer, a good book, solitude, and to get her column to your inbox. Page 16 • CEDAR STREET Times • February 15, 2019 Twenty Years Later Early during the first year of the new extended family on the island of São Jorge, century, our oldest son and his wife, new- Judy Avila and with Gil’s brother and sisters on the lyweds of a year and a half, announced neighboring island of Pico, and with many to us that they would be taking a cruise more family members and friends. to Europe and their plan was to stop first Making Memories The plan was in place; we would in the Azores Islands for one week. They leave in early July and come back end of asked if we wanted to meet them there September. The kids would all be there for for that leg of their trip. the last week. The preparations started and Of course I was very excited. My all of us were excited. It was fun to shop for gifts to take and for other necessities. husband, Guilherme, was not sure if he worse, the house he grew up in with four (now his wife) decided they’d like to come The list was long but fun. I prayed silently wanted to take the trip. The last time he sisters and two brothers was now empty. I along, too. for this trip had been back to the islands was in 1980, had taken two short trips in these 20 years, After much soul searching, Gil and I to go as planned. All of the relatives when our boys were just 13 and 7 years but I hadn’t been able to convince him to made the decision to go for three months. were excited that we would all be there old. It had been a great trip for the four of go with me for those. But, this time around I left my job of 15 years (he had already together. us. Our children met their grandparents we had the encouragement of our sons. retired). This way we had plenty of time The day came and we flew from for the first time along with a lot of aunts, Soon our younger son and his girlfriend to spend with my two sisters, nieces and uncles, and cousins. San Francisco to the island of Terceira: But 20 years had passed. Both sets a 9-hour flight—then on to Pico. It was a of parents were gone, along with a couple long day, but all went well. As we landed of sisters on his side of the of the family. in Pico we could not believe the number He was very undecided. To make matters of relatives that were at the airport to meet us. This was true joy for my husband es- pecially, after 20 years of not being with his loved ones. NINTH The next day, all of the family gath- ANNUAL ered at the home of his brother José, for more celebration of our arrival and to share memories over dinner. Many tears were shed and also lots of laughter and just pure joy of being on the island once again with his loved ones. There were trips to the MARCH 2-17, 2019 cemetery, to the empty childhood home, and to the church where he was baptized. All of this difficult, but healing. SATURDAY, MARCH 2, 7:30 PM My husband had inherited from his CARMEL HIGH SCHOOL parents a small summer house, known as PERFORMING ARTS CENTER an “adega,” which traditionally includes CARL LAEMMLE a wine cellar where the family made their Q&A: GREG LAEMMLE, wine every summer and stored it all year. LAEMMLE THEATRES, L.A. This place was not worth much money, but SUNDAY, MARCH 3, 3 PM to him it was priceless. It consisted of one CARMEL HIGH SCHOOL large room with two small beds, a table, a PERFORMING ARTS CENTER couple of benches and a little stove. There WHO WILL WRITE were a few shelves with some kitchen OUR HISTORY? utensils and a kerosene lamp. Downstairs was the cellar. 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Previous editions of Cedar Street Times can be found at www.cedarstreettimes.com Back issues are located under the tab “Past Issues” February 15, 2019 • CEDAR STREET Times • Page 17 What does God say about perfecting marriage?

We are to listen first, with a desire to understand, before we speak, Jam 1:19, “Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:” This is the demeanor we must bring to every conversation, 1 Pet 4:8, “And above all things Bill Cohen have fervent charity among yourselves: for charity shall cover the multitude of sins.” It is our love that allows us to listen with an open mind, one that says, “I am not sure I agree with you, but I am going to listen until I fully understand what you are saying,” Prov 18:13, Reasoning “He that answereth a matter before he heareth it, it is folly and shame unto him.”

With God We must take the time to get to know each other. This is how we begin to understand the little nuances of communication; like deep Gail and I celebrated our 40th anniversary last April. God has taught us many breathes, loss of eye contact, changes in facial expressions, clenching of hands, tight- things over the years and improving our marriage has been one of the big ones. Here ening of shoulders, Deut 24:5, “When a man hath taken a new wife, he shall not go are the 5 lessons on perfecting marriage we continue to work on: out to war, neither shall he be charged with any business: but he shall be free at home one year, and shall cheer up his wife which he hath taken.” We might not be able 1) Commitment: Our wedding vows included “’til death do us part” and to take a year off. However, we can take some time every day to get to know each everything else works because we believe this. Once we accepted the fact that other’s little nuances. This is even more important in the communication process everything can work out, Rom 8:28, “And we know that all things work together than the words we speak. We need to be patient and get to know our partners if we for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his pur- want good communications. pose,” we worked together to make that happen. No back doors, everything needs to be dealt with and worked out for the benefit of both of us, Gen 2:18, 22-24, “And 4) Forgiveness: We will all make mistakes, some intentional and some uninten- the Lord God said, It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him an tional. Forgiveness takes these mistakes and turns them into the glue that binds our help meet for him…And the rib, which the Lord God had taken from man, made he relationships. When our partners see we are willing to forgive, they become more a woman, and brought her unto the man. And Adam said, This is now bone of my willing to forgive us, as our Father in heaven has taught us, Matt 6:14, “For if ye for- bones, and flesh of my flesh: she shall be called Woman, because she was taken out give men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you:” of Man. Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.” We become one flesh joined by God, Mk 10:9, Forgiveness removes all bitterness and wrath, Eph 4:31-32, “Let all bitterness, “What therefore God hath joined together, let not man put asunder.” This is why it and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all is so important we choose a partner who already believes in God and is willing to malice: And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as accept Jesus’ commandment, Matt 22:37-38, “Jesus said unto him, Thou shalt love God for Christ’s sake hath forgiven you.” Forgiveness thus builds trust. the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. This is the first and great commandment.” Once we act on this belief, we will have the 5) Service: When we serve our spouses, they learn we are humble enough to patience needed to develop a life-long relationship, grounded in love, which leads to work to improve our relationship. Jesus demonstrated this for the disciples, Jn 13:5, one flesh. “After that he poureth water into a bason, and began to wash the disciples’ feet, and to wipe them with the towel wherewith he was girded.” If Jesus so humbled So, divorce is not from God, but rather from the hardening of our own hearts, Himself, what is our excuse? Jesus continued to give Himself for His bride, the our unwillingness to work together to resolve problems, Matt 19:7-8, “They say church, Eph 5:25, “Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, unto him, Why did Moses then command to give a writing of divorcement, and to and gave himself for it;” He showed His patience and service, in spite of the fact, He put her away? He saith unto them, Moses because of the hardness of your hearts knew some of us would still refuse His offer. suffered you to put away your wives: but from the beginning it was not so.” God never leaves us and He wants us to have the same faithful relationship with Him It is this service that proves our love and willingness to work on improving our and our spouses, Eph 5:25, “Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved relationship. It is part of the mystery of Christ, Matt 23:11, “But he that is greatest the church, and gave himself for it;” He waits for us to accept His offer of an eternal among you shall be your servant.” He told us, then He demonstrated this principle relationship and promises He will be faithful, Hos 2:19, “And I will betroth thee unto over and over again, even unto the cross, Phil 2:6-8, “Who, being in the form of me for ever; yea, I will betroth thee unto me in righteousness, and in judgment, and God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God: But made himself of no reputation, in lovingkindness, and in mercies.” Why would He expect less from us? The real and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men: And tragedy comes when one spouse is committed, and the other is not. This hardening being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto of the heart of the non-committed partner poisons any attempt to resolve differences; death, even the death of the cross.” thus divorce enters as the only solution. My testimony is, the closer we come to following God’s principles of relation- 2) Demeanor: Once we accept we have to work things out, it is important to ships the better our relationships become. Gail and I both freely admit our rela- understand that our demeanor will affect the process. God asks us to be humble and tionship is not perfect; however, it gets better every day, because we are willingly to “keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace,” Eph 4:2-3, “With all lowliness working on it. If the Lord gives us another 40 years and I am sure we will reach and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love; Endeavouring perfection. And, marriage is the human relationship God cherishes most. to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.” This means we are friendly, loving, and we always have the expectation our partner will return our benevolence, 1 Cor 7:3, “Let the husband render unto the wife due benevolence: and likewise also If you have comments about the blog you just read, want to express an opposing the wife unto the husband.” Miriam-Webster defines true benevolence: “A disposi- opinion, have suggestions for future topics, and/or want me to email you the blog tion to do good.” When two people enter a relationship with this attitude, they will weekly, just email me at [email protected]. You can also visit our website only be satisfied with an outcome that pleases both of them. Neither of them would to see all of our past blogs: http://www.reasoningwithgod.com want their partner to feel anything but love when working on problems. It takes time to build the trust necessary for this to happen. It begins with our demeanor and ends in love, Col 3:14, “And above all these things put on charity, which is the bond of perfectness.” Legal Notices 3) Communication: This is where we witness the joining of our commitment and demeanor. Our every word either confirms or erodes the trust we are building STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT in our relationship. This is why God spends so much time explaining how we are to OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 20190147 File No. 201900241 The following person is doing business as LEA ORIG- treat each other, especially in our communications. The following person(s) have abandoned the use of INALS – BEADED JEWELRY, 572 Lighthouse Ave- the fictitious name(s) listed: COLEUP CRAFTING nue, Suite C, Pacific Grove; MAILING P.O.Box 191, CLOSET, 107 1st Street, Pacific Grove, Monterey Pacific Grove, Monterey County, California 93950; County, CA 93940 and P.O.Box 51428, Pacific LINDA LEA HARDENSTEIN, 850 Marino Pines Grove, CA 93940. The fictitious business name was Road, Pacific Grove, CA 93950. This statement was filed in Monterey County on 10/10/18, File Number filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on 01/16/19. 20182009. Registered Owner: Nicole Brown, 107 1st Registrant commenced to transact business under the Street, Pacific Grove, CA 93950. Business was con- fictitious business name or name(s) listed above on ducted by: an individual. Signed: Nicole Brown. This n/a. Signed, Linda Hardenstein. This business is con- statement was filed with the County Clerk of Monte- ducted by an individual. Publication dates: 2/1, 2/8, rey County on January 30, 2019. Publication dates: 2/15, 2/22. 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/22

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 20190206 File No. 20190069 The following person is doing business as THE The following person is doing business as MON- WOODEN BOWL, 216 B Grand Avenue, Pacific TEREY BAY DESIGN GROUP and MBDG, 13770 Grove, Monterey County, California 93950; JEF- Center Street, #209, Carmel Valley, Monterey Coun- FREY GILBERT STEPHENSON, 216 B Grand ty, CA 93940: Craig Alan Riddell, 13770 Center Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA 93950. This statement Street, #209, Carmel Valley, CA 93940. This state- was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on ment was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County 01/24/19. Registrant commenced to transact business on 01/08/19. Registrant commenced to transact under the fictitious business name or name(s) listed business under the fictitious business name or above on n/a. Signed, Jeffrey Stephenson. This name(s) listed above on 1/7/18. Signed: Craig Alan business is conducted by an individual. Publication Riddell. This business is conducted by an individual. dates: 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/22. Publication dates: 1/18. 1/25, 2/1, 2/8/19

We are adjudicated to handle your legal publication needs Write us at [email protected] Page 18 • CEDAR STREET Times • February 15, 2019 PBUSINESSES From Page 1 of their property and the ins and outs of the house Café, represented by current owner, hospitality business and remain committed Amy Hanmer. For the past three years, to maintaining the quiet and peaceful, Amy Hanmer has been at the helm at village-by-the-sea atmosphere that the Sea Holly’s Lighthouse Café, inheriting the Breeze is known for. The inn’s large num- business from her mother in 2016. The ber of repeat guests throughout the year restaurant has been a cornerstone of the speaks to the success and business acumen Pacific Grove downtown for over 30 years the Postolicas bring to their ownership of and Amy maintains the friendly, generous the Sea Breeze Inn & Cottages. vibe the restaurant has always been known Best Restaurant is Holly’s Light- for. In the past February 15, 2019 • CEDAR STREET Times • Page 19 A New Look at Spain Missy TRAVEL TALK BY ELFI KLUCK Monday, February 25, 2019

Jane Roland Award winning local photographer Elfi Kluck presents an illustrated talk on “A New Look at Spain” at the HI Monterey Hostel. She will talk Random Thoughts about her time in Madrid and Valencia. From tapas to street art she’ll share her never-ending PacRep’sNeverland Benefit Shop is up and running at a new location, 443 curiosity that has taken her to over 36 countries Lighthouse Avenue, between Drake and McClellan. We have been gratified that, in and enjoyed capturing much of it in colorful spite of some very wet and cold days, our old friends have found us and many new ones. photos and engaging stories. She will even share Last week a young couple came in, accompanied by their little daughter..”Do her tips on low cost high value travel in Europe. you still have the ELIZABETH stool?” the husband asked. Michele ran to the children’s Local residents and visitors welcome. area and came back with the item in question. A charming wooden stool with the name made of wooden puzzle pieces. They came from North Carolina, a relative Free Program had sent them a picture a few weeks ago. When they arrived they immediately went Public Invited to the Forest Hill location and were disappointed to see it closed. They decided they At the Hostelling International Monterey Hostel would take a chance and wait until we opened. Needless to say, they were thrilled. 778 Hawthorne (at Irving St.) New Monterey Their youngster played in the toy section while they shopped and made a number of Potluck at 6:00, Program at 6:45 Setup help at purchases. As they checked out Michele asked “and, is this Elizabeth?” she asked of 5:30 is appreciated the little girl..”Oh, no”..”this is Elizabeth. And the woman patted her tummy… They THE PUBLIC IS WELCOME! loved the store, will be back and send their friends. For program information, call 869 0646 Friday night, we were just about to close. The weather had been dreadful all For HI Monterey information, call 649 0375 day and business had been negligible. Suddenly a young woman ran in. “Are you closed?” “No” I said “as long as we have customers we are opens. She browsed a little, picked up a few books and then looked through the clothes..”Oh, how exciting” I heard her say…she came up to the desk…”Saturday is my 30th birthday party” I Peace Of Mind Dog Rescue Receives have gone everywhere looking for the right outfit and I found it here”…she had a $50,000 Anonymous Donation gorgeous tuxedo and all of the accoutrements, shirt, tie, cumber band, the works. She Peace of Mind Dog Rescue (POMDR) announced today the organization has didn’t question the price which was higher than the ordinary pieces of clothing. received a generous $50,000 donation toward their capital campaign from an anony- People seem to love the new store…which supports Pacific Repertory Theatre, mous donor. helping to underwrite the wonderful productions, such as Billy Elliot, now playing Last year POMDR launched a capital campaign to raise $2,000,000 to expand – through February 24. Stop by the shop for a schedule of performances. You and their headquarters and add their own Intake and Care Center clinic. The funds raised your pup (on a leash please) are welcome. Treats for all available. from the campaign will also cover equipment, supplies, and initial operating expenses Some years ago, I wrote a story about Jerome, who was a former Taiwanese street for the veterinary clinic. To date $1,726,080 has been raised. dog. He was at the time enjoying a happy life in San Francisco. His parents, George “Adding a veterinary clinic of our own is an exciting next step for POMDR, and Mary Bergman had stopped by the Treasure Shop. He was with them and I was it makes good business and financial sense. In 2017 alone, we spent $495,000 on charmed by his friendly, cheerful demeaner. .. I was quite taken with this cheerful medical care for the dogs in our program. We know that if we hire our own veterinary fellow. I asked his age and his background and was treated to a heartwarming story: staff, we can bring the cost of medical care down per dog which will help us save “Jerome is a wonderful, former Taiwanese street dog, with a chequered past, more dogs and help more senior people in the long run,” said Carie Broecker, Execu- who is enjoying a serene and good life in San Francisco. Almost eight years ago, the tive Director of POMDR. five month old dog was found in a cardboard box with a broken leg. He had been In 2018, a lead gift of $500,000 from the Boand Family Foundation allowed left starving and thirsty to die alone, probably a casualty of dog hunters who did not POMDR to expand their headquarters to include 607 Forest Ave and purchase a com- return for their captured prey. Fortunately, he was seen, rescued and taken to a shelter mercial building at 1251 10th Street in Monterey to house the Intake and Care Center where a veterinarian successfully mended his damaged limb. clinic. The build out of the veterinary clinic will begin this month. Another, unknown, kind soul made arrangements for Jerome’s passage to San Anyone wishing to learn more about the capital campaign project, take a tour of Francisco and placement with Wonder Dog Rescue in the Mission District. Although POMDR, or donate is encouraged to email Executive Director, Carie Broecker, at he had, amazingly, become a happy, smart and house trained seven month young dog, [email protected] or call 831-601-4253. no one would adopt him because he was no longer considered a puppy. Then George Donations can be made online at https://www.peaceofminddogrescue.org/Bo- and Mary saw him, fell in love at their first meeting and have nurtured and protected andCenterCampaign.html. Donations of stock are also welcomed. him ever since. He became a devoted brother to a feral Maine Coon Cat, Kittner. For more information about POMDR call (831) 718-9122 or visit www.peaceof- Jerome suffered a setback when he was between two and three years old. He minddogrescue.org. was playing with another dog and received a small bite on the previously broken limb. It manifested into a severe infection that was resistant to antibiotics. After reaching the end of the line with a series of local vets, George and Mary took Jerome to U.C. Davis, where a team of professors and students undertook a multiple step strategy to conquer the problem and save Jerome’s leg. He survived yet again and has been Physio Thrive is a mobile physical completely healthy, romping on all four legs.” therapy and wellness clinic that focuses They told me that Jerome is extremely sensitive, intelligent, highly spirited on high quality care, with a full hour and loyal. He adores his “parents” but is very cautious and wary of strangers (he of one-to-one time dedicated to each allowed me to pet him graciously and made friends with one of our doggie volunteers, client. Home visits or gym-based visits Bootsie) If Jerome was shy and hesitant, he cannot be blamed, somewhere in the back are provided for clients who are more of is mind lingers the memory of the broken limb and being alone with no sustenance. comfortable being treated in their Little did he know that there was hope in sight and his remaining days would be spent home or gym, or for clients who have in a country across the sea with Mary, George and Kitner. a difficult time accessing a traditional physical therapy clinic due to mobility limitations. Physio Thrive also offers a wellness program for Medicare recipients who desire to maintain strength, flexibility, and decrease their risk for falls. Phone: 831-747-4040 Website: www.physio-thrive.com

Jerome Bootsie

I thought about this as recently there have been stories about street dogs. My heart breaks when I hear of an animal that has been abused. I believe that the punishment is not severe enough. A friend told me that the habit of eating dogs in Vietnam (as well as other countries) is diminishing…Let is hope so. Come to Neverland, see your old friends, and enjoy the treasures Watch for our newly designed website at

Jane Roland lives in Monterey with husband, John, Annie – a shop volunteer – www.cedarstreettimes.com and Toby, a stay-at home cat… 649-0657 0 [email protected]

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